Teacher - Special Education - Math

Colonial School District; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive school culture

Job summary

Colonial School District in New Castle, Delaware, is seeking a dedicated Special Education Teacher for Math at Gunning Bedford Middle School. The successful candidate will design and deliver high-quality math instruction, develop IEPs, and collaborate with families and staff to support diverse learners.

You must hold Delaware certification for Middle School Math (or Secondary Math) and Teacher of Exceptional Children K-12; experience with evidence-based strategies and technology tools is

Qualifications

• Must have Delaware certification for Middle School Mathematics (or Secondary Mathematics) and Teacher of Exceptional Children K-12.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement IEPs based on assessments and progress toward goals.
• Design and deliver instruction aligned with CCSS and IEP goals (including BIPs).
• Differentiate instruction to address diverse learning styles in Mathematics.
• Implement and monitor evidence-based behavioral and social-emotional interventions.
• Regularly administer and interpret assessments to drive instructional decisions and report progress to families.
• Develop weekly lesson plans using appropriate resources and technology.
• Communicate with families about student progress and participate in IEP meetings.
• Maintain professional relationships with peers, staff and district personnel.

Skills

Special Education Knowledge

Mathematics Education

IEP Development

Technology Proficiency

Communication Skills

Education

State Certification: Middle School Math

Teacher of Exceptional Children K-12

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Apps

Schoology

Infinite Campus

ClassLink

Job description

You belong in the Power of WE!

Excellent teachers make excellent schools. That's why we are relentless about hiring top educators who can provide high-quality instruction and build authentic relationships with students and stakeholders, including parents/families.

Position: Teacher - Special Education - Math

Location: Gunning Bedford Middle School

State Date: As Soon As Possible

Reports to: Principal

Compensation: Refer to current teacher salary scale on District website

Work Year: 10 months

Position Goal

The goal of the Special Education Teacher is to provide high-quality, specialized instruction that enables students with disabilities to make meaningful academic, social, and emotional progress. This position aims to create an inclusive and supportive learning environment where diverse learners can develop the skills needed for academic success and increased independence while fostering positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues. The Special Education Teacher is responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering instruction based on the approved curriculum and Common Core State Standards to help students move towards academic proficiency.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be eligible or hold valid State of Delaware certification as Middle School Mathematics (or Secondary Mathematics) and Teacher of Exceptional Children K-12.
• Acceptable Criminal Background Report and no entries on Child Protection Registry in the State of Delaware.
• Successful completion of required Praxis II tests and student teaching placement.
• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge and skills in working with students with disabilities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff, administration and the general public.
• Show evidence of knowledge regarding evidence and research-based strategies known to be effective in promoting student learning and achievement for students with disabilities.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to issues impacting various cultural, ethnic and socioeconomic groups.
• Proficient in Technology, such as Microsoft and Google Applications, Classlink, Schoology, Infinite Campus, etc.
• Demonstrates understanding and ability to perform job related tasks.
• Regular attendance is an essential function of the position.
• Must be able to teach/serve students remotely and in person depending on the needs of their students.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) based on student assessments, needs and progress toward goals.
• Design and deliver specially designed instruction aligned with the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and IEP goals (including BIPs), using district-approved curriculum.
• Differentiate instruction using various teaching strategies and methodologies to address diverse learning styles with particular attention to academic scaffolding in Mathematics and each student's individual level of functioning and preferred learning modalities.
• Implement and monitor evidence-based behavioral and social-emotional interventions, maintain a structured classroom management system, and follow district expectations for Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.
• Regularly administer, collect and interpret formal and informal assessment data, including IEP progress monitoring, to drive instructional decisions and report progress to families and the district.
• Develop and deliver weekly lesson plans using appropriate resources, technology and instructional strategies, incorporating a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and student inquiry.
• Communicate regularly and proactively with families regarding student progress, IEP implementation and behavioral supports, and participate in IEP meetings, eligibility determinations, and other required meetings and/or conferences.
• Administer appropriate and required informal and formal assessments based on student needs, State Regulations, and district expectations, including IEP Progress monitoring.
• Establish and maintain a cooperative and professional relationship with peers, support staff, parents, administration, agency staff and school district staff.
• Comply with all Federal, State and Local regulations and policies: accurately complete required paperwork within designated timelines, utilize district resources (i.e Employee Handbook, District website, Collaborative Agreement, Professional Code of Conduct, Administrative procedures, School District Board Policies, etc.) to maintain professionalism and avoid noncompliance, and cooperate with compliance monitoring and dispute resolution activities.
• Attend professional development programs, mandated training, and self-selected workshops/conferences, courses, etc.
• Maintain current certifications (including clock hours via DEEDS), stay current on evidence based instructional strategies and technology and actively engage in required and self- selected professional learning.
• Perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by the building principal and/or supervisor.

Physical Demand

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and/or fingers to handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, and taste or smell. This job requires repetitive stopping, twisting and bending. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk and sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Pre Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check - must be less than 1 year old
• TB Test Results - must be less than 1 year old
• Copy of Social Security Card - required by the State of Delaware
• I-9 Form with appropriate forms of identification
• Child Protective Registry
• These items must be completed prior to your start date, they should be completed immediately.

Why Apply In Colonial

• The opportunity to teach with a very knowledgeable, high-achieving and fun school team.
• An innovative and diverse work atmosphere.
• The ability to grow and learn in a considerate, and open-minded culture with supportive school colleagues.
• Access to new and exciting technologies to use in your classroom daily.
• A competitive salary with generous benefit packages.
• The opportunity to make an impact on the lives of students and families daily in Delaware

Interviews will begin five days after posting.

The Colonial School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law.